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    4.0 (344 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Biscuits & Turkey Sausage Gravy With Eggs
    Emileen Y.

    Our group probably looked like crazy people sitting in the parking lot at 6:53 am waiting for them to open but my mom and I had just been picked up from the airport and wanted breakfast haha Obviously, parking was easy and we were greeted and seated right away since we were the first customers of the day. We ordered the breakfast tacos, smoked salmon frittata, and biscuits and gravy. The food came out quickly and the portion sizes were generous. We all enjoyed what we got and highly recommend this place for breakfast/brunch!

    The B.E.C
    Joy C.

    This review is overdue. I've been to this First Watch more than a handful of times and I have not been disappointed. I have tried different dishes from here and just this past Sunday, I tried the B.E.C. from their Spring menu. It was so good! The sandwich itself and the simple salad that it came with, were very fresh and delicious. Another favorite of mine from here is the smoked salmon frittata. Service is consistently attentive and efficient. The place is neat, the bathrooms are clean, and parking is easy. It gets super busy especially on the weekends so it's a great idea to get there early or be prepared to wait. 'Til next time!

    Traditional Breakfast
    Tammy S.

    Parking is free and plentiful in the parking lot in front and to the side of the entrance of restaurant at the end of a strip mall. Restaurant was clean and roomy it was pretty empty but still took a bit to be seated. Food was pretty good but eggs over medium were over cooked and eggs poached were very under cooked. Potatoes would have been better had the onions not been burned. Mimosas were served as a glass of orange juice and a little single serve bottle of Prosecco. Prices were average for the area.

    Crystal B.

    I'm here on business and I ordered via Uber Eats. I got the Floridian French Toast, turkey sausage links and scrambled eggs w/cheese. I probably won't do that again. The food arrived very cold and inedible. The brioche bread was very thick and the fruit on top was delicious. While I believe this establishment has excellent quality food, it's probably better to dine in as opposed to delivery.

    Belgian Waffle
    Izzy R.

    When I was in the lobby with my boyfriend the lady in front of us recommended the chicken quinoa bowl. Lady, if you're reading this, thank you!!!!! It was really good

    Inside
    Tracey T.

    The moment you walk in you're greeted by a warm, inviting modern atmosphere. The hostess smiles genuinely, immediately making you feel welcome. I was seated quickly (it was 7ish in the am on a Saturday), and the server arrived soon after, offering coffee with a cheerful demeanor and a sense of urgency that doesn't feel rushed. The menu has a wonderful balance of classic breakfast staples and creative options. They even have Mimosas and a few other specialty adult beverages in o chose from. My server- Jordan- was knowledgeable, offering recommendations that feel personal, not scripted. He listened attentively, and my special request--to substitute the regular bacon with their famous Million Dollar bacon--was met with a positive attitude and reassurance that it's no problem. When the food arrived, it was aesthetically pleasing and hot. The Million Dollar bacon (one of the things that keeps me recommending this chain of restaurants in multiple states) is the perfect blend of sweet and savory. The cheese grits- I have to admit that I never order grits from restaurants because I'm a southern girl and most don't get them to my liking - where perfectly textured and flavored. Everything is cooked to perfection, showing care in the kitchen. Throughout the meal, Jordan checked in at just the right moments, refilling drinks and ensuring everything was to my satisfaction. The vibe of the place is relaxed but lively, with a soft background of chatter, music and the occasional sound of clinking coffee cups. The experience wraps up smoothly with the both the hostess and my server- Jordan- promptly offering the check, thanking me warmly, and wishing me a great rest of my day. You can scan the QR code with your mobile phone on the bill and pay right from your seat or pay at the front desk. You leave feeling satisfied--not just with the meal but with the overall experience, excited to come back again. The moment you walk in you're greeted by a warm, inviting modern atmosphere. The hostess smiles genuinely, immediately making you feel welcome. I was seated quickly (it was 7ish in the am on a Saturday), and the server arrived soon after, offering coffee with a cheerful demeanor and a sense of urgency that doesn't feel rushed. The menu has a wonderful balance of classic breakfast staples and creative options. They even have Mimosas and a few other specialty adult beverages in o chose from. My server- Jordan- was knowledgeable, offering recommendations that feel personal, not scripted. He listened attentively, and my special request--to substitute the regular bacon with their famous Million Dollar bacon--was met with a positive attitude and reassurance that it's no problem. When the food arrived, it was aesthetically pleasing and hot. The Million Dollar bacon (one of the things that keeps me recommending this chain of restaurants in multiple states) is the perfect blend of sweet and savory. The cheese grits- I have to admit that I never order grits from restaurants because I'm a southern girl and most don't get them to my liking - where perfectly textured and flavored. Everything is cooked to perfection, showing care in the kitchen. Throughout the meal, Jordan checked in at just the right moments, refilling drinks and ensuring everything was to my satisfaction. The vibe of the place is relaxed but lively, with a soft background of chatter, music and the occasional sound of clinking coffee cups. The experience wraps up smoothly with the both the hostess and my server- Jordan- promptly offering the check, thanking me warmly, and wishing me a great rest of my day. You can scan the QR code with your mobile phone on the bill and pay right from your seat or pay at the front desk. You leave feeling satisfied--not just with the meal but with the overall experience, excited to come back again.

    Two eggs, potatoes, toast, sausage patties
    Peter C.

    Great food at an economical price. All the food was very tasty with the potatoes being exceptional. Coffee provided in pot for meal which is most convenient. Service was fast and efficient. Restaurant is very spacious, well lit, and clean. Give it try, you will not be disappointed. Free parking, location is at the end of the strip mall.

    Pumpkin pancake, scrambled eggs and fruit
    Celester R.

    The food was great. It would have been nice if they had a vegan option for meat but I was able to substitute fruit instead. Short wait time and the staff were very friendly and attentive. If I'm in the area I would definitely go back again.

    Donut minis
    Anthony J.

    Food was good, server was very attentive to our needs and everyone's else that was in the restaurant. I loved the look (ambiance) of the establishment, I looked very warm and welcoming.

    Omelette
    Brittney B.

    The food was really good and service was fast. We enjoyed ourselves. A bit of a wait but expected for a Saturday morning. Ambiance was typical for a breakfast spot.

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    How much is the dinner buffet?

    First Watch is a breakfast, brunch, lunch place that closes at 2 or 2:30 pm. No buffet.

    What's parking like?

    Not bad during weekdays or non-holiday weekends. I avoid the plaza in general during Thanksgiving and Christmas

    Can we reserve a table?

    They have a "get in line" option. Go to the website just before leaving home and they'll put you on the wait list...

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    I didn't see any fur babies even with the outdoor seating, so I would say no

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    Honey Jam

    Honey Jam

    (84 reviews)

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    For starters, or server Annie (super cute girl who is heavily tattooed with blue hair) was so…read morefriendly and nice! We have never been here before, so with Annie we were off to an excellent start! I ordered a Diet Cola, no ice and she said is Pepsi okay? I strongly prefer Pepsi to Coke so a win! I really hate any American breakfast and it is not because I am a vegan. Every American breakfast place is basically like 3 options - eggs and potatoes, pancakes/waffles/French toast etc. I find it very hard to believe that nobody might prefer a pizza, chicken nuggets a burger etc. Not everybody in the US has to want the same exact thing for breakfast every day and no other place is open in the morning. My American husband loves going out for breakfast and judges a place by it's Eggs Benedict. He said the ones that they serve are not bad but he would never return here, which he rarely says about American breakfast places.

    Left empty handed with no food or refund after waiting over 40 minutes for 2 eggs....It's a…read moredisaster in there. First of all, you have to fight for your life in the parking lot trying to find a spot. Then, you enter the front door and are treated like you are a nuisance for coming up to the hostess stand. I get that you are busy, but you still need to treat people that are coming in to your business with respect. I sat there waiting and waiting..no food. No one cared to check. Just kept getting more and more crowded to the point where I was being shoved into the bathroom hall behind a sea of other waiting customers. The ambiance is loud, overwhelming chaos. Perhaps they need a better system or take on less customers. I wasted my Sunday morning in there. Definitely will only be returning in my nightmares! Not worth it! Plenty of better options in the area that actually WANT your business.

    Beatrix - Chimichurri Steak & Eggs*

    Beatrix

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    Fancy, trendy place to take your special someone or meet up with friends. I had a really good…read moresalmon dish. Our server was friendly and didn't hover too much. Even though it was busy on a Friday night, our table felt secluded and no one rushed us. It's hidden away in one of the enormous malls in the western suburbs of Chicago. Parking can be stressful on a weekend.

    Is it a bakery? Is it a restaurant? Is it a coffee bar? Yes. Beatrix is all of them at once, and…read moresomehow none of them feel like an afterthought. We went last Saturday morning and it was standing room only with a line to the coffee bar, then we loved it enough to come back for breakfast the next day. That should tell you most of what you need to know. The lemon burst cookie is the reason to walk in the door and a reason to come back. Delectable, plenty of lemon, plenty of tart, and it goes down dangerously fast. We ordered it twice across two visits and would have gone for a third. The lavender honey latte was very good, just the right amount of lavender, not too sweet. The regular coffee was solid, and they let me do a half-and-half decaf without blinking. Sunday breakfast was straightforward, bacon, eggs, hashbrowns, a Virgin Bloody Mary, and all of it was well executed. The menu is ample enough that you could come back several times and not repeat yourself. The decor is modern chic, the seating has a relaxed couch-and-lounge feel, and the music including Rolling Stones, Duran Duran, Van Halen, etc, was the kind of 80s pop-rock playlist that makes a Saturday morning feel like it has a soundtrack. Not too loud, just right. The restrooms were really nice and accessible. The crowd was a genuine mix, families with kids, older couples, and young "elite", the kind of clientele that parks Maseratis and Ferraris out front but doesn't need the prices to match, because they don't. The menu is moderate for Oak Brook, which is a pleasant surprise. Wait staff were excellent, friendly, accommodating, attentive. This works for a casual coffee run, a family breakfast, or a special occasion with reservations. If Beatrix were a TV character, it would be Lorelai Gilmore, fast, charming, effortlessly good at three things at once, we get it Lorelai, you're over caffeinated. 4.4 Stars The honest gripe: we felt a little rushed. Breakfast came and went in forty minutes, the waitress was ready to move us on in 30 minutes, but we pumped the brakes and asked for our second lemon burst cookie of the weekend, and it would've been nice to get the signal that we could linger. My sense is they're popular enough that turning tables is the priority, and I get it, Lorelai has a business to run, but it's the one thing that kept a great morning from being a perfect one. What would push it to five stars: let us sit with our coffee a little longer. We came back two days in a row, we clearly want to be here. Just let us stay.

    Honey Berry Pancakes and Café

    Honey Berry Pancakes and Café

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    Stopped in for brunch and overall had a good experience. I tried the breakfast burrito first--it…read morewas okay, nothing special. The homemade salsa was also just alright; some pico de gallo and a little sriracha would've added the extra flavor it needed. We also had the Senior Special VIP, and everything on that plate tasted very good. The HB chicken club wrap was another standout--really flavorful and well put together. It came with a side of fruit that didn't look the best, but the wrap itself made up for it. For drinks, we had water, tomato juice, and an iced vanilla latte. The latte had way too much vanilla and was overly sweet for my taste. Service was great--our waiter was attentive, the restaurant was clean, and the food came out quickly. I'd come back to try their French toast next time.

    The Turkey BLT is Unforgettable! ​I hadn't been back here in…read morequite a while, maybe not since the new owners took over some time ago. I'm so glad my elderly mother insisted on coming today, because I found a new favorite! ​I ordered the 1/2 Turkey BLT and a cup of the Cream of Chicken soup. While the soup was very good, the sandwich was absolutely incredible! I seriously haven't had a sandwich taste this good in a long time--a truly smart choice. ​I was curious, so I asked the waitress about it. She confirmed there was no special sauce, just mayo. She said the magic might be in their "brown berry multi-grain" bread. Whatever the secret is, I am thrilled with the taste and highly recommend trying this sandwich. And the ambience is a plus. ​The service, as always, was wonderful. The kindness and attentiveness of our waitress made the experience warm and welcoming, and it's the main reason I'll be rushing back soon.

    Sweet Reserve - Pistachio Tiramisu

    Sweet Reserve

    (149 reviews)

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    5 stars because they have large coffee options…read more.. Nice spot in Lombard great for business meetings, studying, or just getting you a quick coffee and pastry. Close at 10pm but if you need longer later hours a 1am tea shop is about a quarter mile down the road with good options also. Parking lot with plenty of parking. My highlight is that they have booths. Plenty of tables and seating. Good menu options for lattes, iced, hot, espresso, etc. Reasonable priced and they have 20oz coffee. The service was nice as the girl was kind but she didn't seem to understand me well and she didn't know if the coffee was Turkish or not. Therefore, I ordered an Americano with their homemade pistachio sauce. It was a nice beverage. I also ordered a Turkish bread with ground beef. It too was delicious, hot and fresh. The ambiance is inviting. The pastries and mini to small cake options were quite beautiful. The nose level was very quiet until little ones came in. Still tolerable but if you are studying and it's busy don't forget your headphones. Lol. I studied for about 3 hours and I would definitely return again.

    I went to this location because I didn't like the selection at the Winfield location. It looked…read morelike yesterday's product that didn't sell, and I got there right when they opened. But, I am reviewing the Lombard location. The selection was good and fresh, although some of their items are a bit pricey. I ordered cake pops, brownies, and a chocolate chip cookie. The sales person was pleasant and quick. This store is their biggest store, and they feed the Winfield and Schaumburg stores. They make their pastries at this location, so you'll probably get the freshest selection at the Lombard location. I had bought a gift card from Costco for Sweet Reserve. I admit if I hadn't bought it, and received a discount at Costco for it, I probably would not have noticed the store. It's in a small strip mall on Roosevelt road which has hundreds of strip malls off the road. The store itself is clean and well kept. It does have a limited selection of products but they were all pretty good. The brownies are very frudgey, just the way I like them. The cake pops are sweet, but a little dry. The cookie has a lot of chips in them. Overall, I liked the place.

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